For those who may be unfamiliar with this particular example of cult television, Lost is an US drama television series that was originally broadcast on ABC from September 22, 2004, to May 23, 2010. The show ran for six seasons, comprising a total of 121 episodes. It was created by Jeffrey Lieber, J. J. Abrams and Damon Lindelof, containing elements of supernatural and science fiction. The story follows the survivors of a commercial flight flying between Sydney and Los Angeles, that crashes on a mysterious island somewhere in the South Pacific Ocean. The story is told in a heavily episodic manner. Each instalment would typically feature a primary storyline set on the island, augmented by flashbacks or flash forwards that provided additional insight into the various characters' backstories. Due to the convoluted plot and big production values, the show became a major talking point and fans became heavily invested in theories regarding the “plot”.